PoliWood (2009) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

Release, runtime and language

2009 · 90 mins · English

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Directed by

Barry Levinson

Starring

Richard Schiff, Anne Hathaway, Ellen Burstyn, Annette Bening, Spike Lee, Susan Sarandon

Explores the collision and collusion of politics, Hollywood and the media, offering an in‑depth look at both the Democratic and Republican national conventions during the 2008 U.S. presidential election. The film tracks how entertainment figures and news outlets intersect with campaign strategies and partisan narratives, revealing behind‑the‑scenes maneuvering and the symbiotic relationship that shapes public perception of the race.